Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Movie Night : Strange Wilderness


Animal enthusiast Peter Gaulke (Steve Zahn) and his sidekick Fred Wolf (Allen Covert) host an ailing wildlife TV show “Strange Wilderness,” which is in a steep ratings decline. Desperate to save the show, Peter hatches a Hail Mary scheme to find the one animal that could truly turn the show around and change the nature-show landscape forever – Bigfoot.

We watched Strange Wilderness last night and I have to mention first and foremost this is NOT a movie for children, it includes nudity, violence, a host of foul language, drugs, and sexual content. With that said its tons of fun for the adults. (All the things Dads love!)

Plagued by a string of bad luck the cast of "Strange Wilderness" sets of on a adventure to find big foot and save their beloved wildlife show. Produced by Happy Madison productions (one of my favorite comedy production houses) I had high hopes for this film. Though it wasn't exactly how I expected, it certainly did leave me laughing.

My favorite scene of the entire movie is during a meeting the crew of Strange Wilderness have to discuss how they are going to save their show from being canceled. The new member of their crew, Junior (Justin Long) appears to be sitting there listening though something looks off about his eyes. When they ask his opinion and he doesn't respond someone nudges him and it turns out he was asleep and he has tattooed eyeballs on his eyelids. Its just so odd and creepy looking you can't help to laugh. The entire rest of the movie he is walking around with those tattoos on his eyelids and you can't help to be distracted by them.

Just released today you can head on over to Amazon and get your copy right away or check it out at your local movie store.

I have three copies of Strange Wilderness to give away to our readers!

To enter :

  • Leave a comment on this post. Check out Strange Wilderness and tell us who is your favorite actor in the movie or what appeals to you about the movie!
  • Make sure there is a way for me to contact you - if your email address is not on your profile or you are not a blogger you may leave it in your comment or email it to me directly (angelaandconnor at gmail dot com) We have had to disqualify a lot of potential winners as of late as many people do not have emails available in their profiles or leave anonymous posts without any way to contact you.
  • Please US entries only.
  • To get extra credit :
    • For an extra entry :
    • Bloggers - Blog about this contest and leave me the link on your comment, or add me to your sidebar and let me know its there.
    • Non Bloggers (or bloggers) subscribe to my mailing list/RSS feed and earn another entry!
    • One extra credit per person. Please post your extra credit in a separate post.
    • This contest will end May 27th at midnight!

110 Comments:

Anonymous said...

To be perfectly honest, I have never heard of any of these actors BUT, the movie looks really funny with lots of animal escapades which we all like here.
Remember Harry and the Hendersons? I loved that movie but my little boy says it's too old, maybe this would be like a modern day version...

Anonymous said...

I like Steve Zahn. He's so funny. Thanks for the opportunity.

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frugallm said...

My favorite actor in the movie is definately Steve Zahn! I loved him in Riding in Cars with Boys.

PS said...

I'm a fan of a some-what "bad comedy" movie. Where its so bad its bad...this kind of sounds like it might fit the bill!

windycindy said...

Hello! I like the story line of the movie. I am an animal nut and the idea that they are trying to save their nature show appeals to me!'My husband has a unique sense of humorHe would very much enjoy watching this movie. Please enter me in your drawing. Many thanks,Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

mom2boys said...

This is my husbands favorite kind
of movie. I know he has been wanting to see this one, I'd love to win a copy for him. It would be one thing
I can do for him since he does so much for our family.Of course I'll watch it with him. Thanks for the great giveaway!


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Anonymous said...

I would love to win this!

Haasiegirl said...

I love movies like this! When I went into labor we were watching a happy madison production so it has sentimental value. Now, with a three year old, we see a movie in the theatre, maybe once a year? Having a NEW movie in house would be AMAZING. We cant even figure out how to rent a movie with our time. Fortantly for me, i love all the actors, so I am sure this movie came together for a really fun laugh fest! And just to try to secure my entry, we put you in our bloggy sidebar!
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left side there..

thankyou for the awesome contest!

Anonymous said...

I saw the previews for this, and it looks funny. I really like the movies Jonah Hill plays in!

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Corina said...

I'm a huge fan of all Happy Madison production films and I adore Steve Zahn!! He's awesome!
Hubby and I would enjoy this movie!
Thanks for a great giveaway!

Mary512 said...

I love Jonah Hill, he's hilarious. I added you to my sidebar. Great giveaway, thanks!

Stacey Moore said...

we like steve zahn, he is always sure to make you laugh!
thanks!
moore.g at insideconnect.net

Neen said...

I just love Justin Long, I think he is a bright upcoming actor. With the way that this past year has been my husband and I just need a good movie to sit back and laugh at.

Belinda said...

Steve Zahn is hilarious! I have a feeling this movie is right up my nephews' street . . .

bsabel(at)hotmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

We saw Grandma's Boy and we loved it so I'm sure this movie is just as funny! My hubby and I love comedies and we are a fan of Adam Sandler's production company! This would be a good gift for Father's Day to add in to the rest!

Unknown said...

Your blog is added to my sidebar on the right! Thanks for the great giveaways!

Steph said...

My favorite actor in the movie is Steve Zahn. He is great!

Anonymous said...

Jonah Hill is cool

Anonymous said...

I also L-O-V-E Steve Zahn ... he's very funny and (IMHO) VERY underrated as an actor! I have been wanting to see this movie and hope your contest will give me that chance!!

Anonymous said...

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Anonymous said...

I would love to win. Steven Zahn and Justin Long!

Erica G said...

I love Steve Zahn. He is a great comedic actor. Sometimes just looking at him makes me laugh.

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Anonymous said...

I like Jonah Hill in this movie, no matter how stupid all the buzzer scenes were they still made me laugh. Steve Zahn was funny too, the turkey scene was pretty hilarious. Thanks for the giveaway!

lovelyluckymegs@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

I love steve zahn he is so funny in every movie he is in I cant wait to see this movie

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swankygirl said...

I love the laughing SHARK! My husband even has that laugh as his ringtone. It's hilarious!!

Fangirl Jen said...

Steve Zahn cracks me up in every movie he does. This ensemble sounds like a great collection of wacky folks on a wacky adventure.

yyeres said...

jonah hill is my favorite of the bunch, looks like it has potential for a funny movie, thanks for the contest

denyse said...

Steve Zahn, of course:)

JaniceJ said...

I have never heard of any of these actors, but I know my husband would love this movie. Thanks for the giveaway!

Anonymous said...

I like Justin Long. He sure made it big as the Mac Guy, didn't he!

Anonymous said...

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susan1215 said...

My favorite actor in the movie is Steve Zahn

Nicki said...

Steve Zahn cracks me up!!!! I love watching his movies

Unknown said...

I love Jonah Hill! He is hysterical!!! Must check out this movie! I had never heard of it!
dansan826 at yahoo.com

Unknown said...

Im a subscriber! Hope that helps me out! LOL!
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mverno said...

love steve zahn he's a funny man

FawnGeorge said...

I like Steve Zahn. I seen him in Sahara and it was so good.
I like anything about wildlife.

mammalnut2000@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

I like Steve Zahn, he was great in Sahara.

shaunwallner at yahoo dot com

LINDALSHOT said...

I've never heard of any of them. Let me win and maybe I'll be a new fan! LOL

Theresa N. said...

I'd love to win this movie..I have a hugh crush on Steven Zahn.
Theresa N
weceno@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

i got this movie tonight to watch b/c i saw justin long was in it!

Anonymous said...

I have loved Steve Zahn ever since the movie That Thing You Do. He is really funny!

renee
penguinchick@comcast.net

Lisa C. said...

Well, i guess i won't win any originality points... but i also love steve zhan

Unknown said...

Ralph Finnes - He is an exceptional actor

Jill Myrick (jsc123) said...

I love watching Steve Zahn in any movie. He is so hilarious and always makes me laugh.
I could definitely use a good laugh to destress after my children go to bed.
Thank you so much for offering this wonderful contest.
I would LOVE to win !!

chromiumman said...

love steve zahn

Stephen Saunders said...

Steve Zahn is cool, I love the humor he brings to it all.

Anonymous said...

Steve Zahn had a great sense of humor in Sahara. I saw the previews for this movie and it seemed like it was a good comedy. Me and my husband would like to watch it.
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Kari said...

I love Steve zahn!! Ever since "Riding in cars with boys" He has captured my attention. Thank you!

Sharon said...

Steve Zahn for sure--can't wait to see...looks like a great 'escape' THANKS

imjasonc said...

It is funny, reminds me of the movie Grandma's Boy.

Anonymous said...

Ernest Borgnine is my favorite!

littlelatina said...

I am a big fan of Justin Long who is in one of my all time favorite movies - Dodgeball. Also I really like Steve Zahn. I've seen alot of his movies and I hope to see him in more. The idea of this movie is really fun!

Anonymous said...

Steven Zahn cracks my husband up. I'd give this to him for father's day.
burnnnfla at hotmail.com

toasters lie said...

Steve Zahn

Kat Bryan said...

This is exactly my husband's type of humor. I would love to win it for him. Thanks for having the contest.

kristilb19 said...

Jonah Hill is my fav actor from the movie! This looks funny btw!

maweisberg said...

Steve Zahn is a classic comic in every movie I have seen him in.

bison61 said...

I have never heard of this movie but I do like Allen Covert

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Anonymous said...

I LOVED EVERY THING ABOUT THE MOVIE BILLY ZANE IS GREAT IN THIS MOVIE AS IN ALL HIS MOVIES, BUT I HAVE TO SAY THAT MY FAVORITE PART IS WHEN THEY GET THERE TEETH KNOCKED OUT, THAT IS HILARIOUS WITH THE TONGUE THING. I ALMOST PEED MY PANTS.

julie said...

alan covert is so funny...finally a movie for mom and dad..yeah
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mogrill said...

Thanks for the chance!

Amanda said...

I like Steven Zahn. He is funny. Hubby and I are all about funny movies that we cna watch together after the kids ahve gone to bed. Please enter us. I know he would love this movie


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Anonymous said...

I love Steve Zahn! He is so quirky and he completely cracks me up. It will be fun to see this movie!
doot65{at}comcast{dot}net
Elizabeth

Miss Spoken said...

I just love Steve Zahn in everything he does. If you haven't seen Rescue Dawn, check it out.
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dwhogan said...

Steve Zahn

dwazdip said...

Steve Zahn is a genius. He was so good in Happy, Texas!

Ken said...

I love a good farce with fart jokes.

Becca said...

Justin Long is my favorite actor in this movie. I fell in love with him in "Accepted".

reddon30 said...

Zahn is funny and its a Happy Maddison film...so that means funny.

Anonymous said...

Steve Zahn is a good comedic actor that anything he is in I love to see.

Julie Donahue said...

STeve Zahn

Leslie said...

I love Steve Zahn. He's just wonderfully funny. :) haven't seen the movie yet, but would love to.

Karin said...

Steve Zahn--- funny guy!

Anonymous said...

Steve Zahn; he is such a funny cutie!

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Samantha P said...

i'm in LOVE with Jonah Hill, he was the BEST in Superbad, and was hilarious in this!

Unknown said...

I'm really not familiar with any of the actors in this movie, but what appeals to me is the fact that it is a comedy. Would like to see it.

Unknown said...

Jonah Hill is way too funny! i love him!

trudee said...

I would love to see this movie

william said...

I want To Win

Anonymous said...

Steve Zahn is hilarious!

Beverley said...

What a unique concept - can't wait to see the movie.

Anonymous said...

My favorite actor in this movie is Steve Zahn. The review sound great! I love funny movies. I'd totally enjoy watching this dvd.

leslie_ann1968(at)msn(dot)com

Thanks for the contest! :-)

Crystal F said...

My dh and I love these sort of stupid funny movies. We have a hoot watching them. thank you!

Anonymous said...

Steve Zahn because of his humor

Fae said...

the movie sounds very funny! thanks for the contest!

aharris007 said...

I really like Steve Zahn, and I have been wanting to see this!! this would be a great prize to win!! thanks

Jinxy and Me said...

Looks like a funny movie. Jonah Hill was super funny in SuperBad - I'm sure he will be in this too!

KristenH said...

Strange Wilderness appeals to me because I really enjoy Steve Zahn and it is supposed to be a good movie. Unfortunately I did not get to see it when it was out in theatres, but I would really like to. And that is why I want to win it on DVD. I think I would really enjoy it and have a good laugh watching it. This is a great giveaway. Thanks.
girlof80s@aol.com

Anonymous said...

Steve Zahn is hilarious!

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Unknown said...

Jonah Hill my favorite. garrettsambo@aol.com

klp1965 said...

i love steve zahn he is so quirky :)

Anonymous said...

Love the contests you offer. Keep them coming please!!!! SW

Anonymous said...

This movie looks so good, and Steve Zahn is incredibly funny. Thank you so much for the great contest.

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Brooke said...

OMG! We LOVE Jonah Hill!!!

ldrnc2000 said...

I also like Steve Zahn! I think he is so funny! Thanks so much for the giveaway!

Erica C. said...

Justin Long is a cutie!

mrstrooper said...

We love Steve Zahn as he is so hilarious! Would love to see this movie!

kerri69 said...

steve zahn he was great in reality bites he is pretty funny
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Anonymous said...

Steve Zahn is my favorite
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masonsgranny59 said...

Steve Zahn is nice !

Unknown said...

I am in dire need of a good laugh and this sounds like it could cure my problem. Thanks for a fun giveaway!

rdazer said...

Steve Kahn is pretty funny

JOYVEN said...

I like Steve Zahn - looking forward to seeing this movie

hammielover1 said...

My favorite character is Steve Zahn. He is adorable.

esper_d said...

I like that its a grown up movie! Usually I only see children movies :)

Donna said...

I like bigfoot! :)

Anonymous said...

This is supposed to be really funny. I could use some laughs right about now.

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lilyk said...

Justin Long

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